Sr. Mechanical Designer

Ascent Aerospace – Inspiring the next generation of flight!

Summary of Position

The Senior Mechanical Designer is responsible for the design of machine tools, jigs, fixtures and automated equipment for the Aerospace industries.

Essential Functions

• Create complex tool designs for assembly line applications, static/dynamic tools and machines.
• Create and/or modify 2D CAD tool drawings that meet customer and Ascent drafting standards.
• Perform simple stress analysis for tool designs.
• Verify designs from other mechanical designers and provide feedback and guidance.
• Identify design compatibility errors and verify all features are of one interpretation, complete and adequate for downstream users.
• Provide input on standards of best practices for mechanical designers.
• Collaborate with Ascent engineering, programming, manufacturing and quality staff in the development of quality design applications.
• Complete designs and analysis within established budgets and schedules.
• Present technical design concepts/data to internal and external customers.

Required Skills, Education & Experience

• BS Mechanical Engineering or similar field; equivalent relevant experience also acceptable.
• 10+ years relevant experience.
• Experience modeling and drafting in CATIA V5 and/or NX.
• Understanding of ASME Y14.5 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing standard.
• Knowledge of AWS D1.1 and D1.2 weld standards.
• Knowledge of manufacturing practices: fabrication, machining, and assembly.
• Broad knowledge of materials and processing, both metallic and composite.
• Must possess a Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance and maintain security clearance for the duration of employment.
• This position must meet Export Control Compliance requirements, therefore a 'US Person' as defined by 22.C.F.R. is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Perform simple stress analysis by hand and/or FEA.
• Experience managing data in a PLM system.
• Clear written and oral communication of ideas, designs, and status.
• Drive to succeed with each challenge presented.
• Ability to work individually or in a fast-paced team environment.
• Detail oriented, with excellent organizational skills.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

None

Travel

May be required to travel to other site locations occasionally.

Working Conditions

• Typically sits for extended periods at a computer workstation.
• May access and work in the manufacturing plant.
• While performing the duties of this job, employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes and airborne particles.
• The employee may be exposed to vibration.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• May be required to travel to other site locations during the work day.
• May be required to work weekends to meet department and business demands.
• Work with safe manufacturing processes and understand that eyewear is mandatory in the manufacturing area.
• Knows that safety shoes are recommended in the manufacturing area.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Must be able to see, talk, hear, touch, feel and reach with hands and arms.
• Must be able to frequently walk and stand for short periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 35lbs, occasionally lift and move objects up to 50lbs.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing an employee reference check, criminal background check, and drug screening.

This position requires use of information that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder').

ABOUT US

Ascent Aerospace is a world renowned, single-source provider of production and automated assembly systems for the aerospace, defense and space industries. As the largest tooling group, Ascent produces a full suite of both mold and assembly tooling required for the aerospace manufacturing market, including the largest invar molds ever made for aerospace. As an automation provider and production system integrator, Ascent works with customers to develop their project and see it through from process engineering, to build and installation to ensure it is an efficient and cost-effective solution.